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EK09 ZSX

2009 Hyundai Sonata

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

129,890 mi
Last recorded129,890 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Hyundai Sonata52,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK09 ZSX
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 129,890 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 129,890 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 117,595 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 107,937 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 95,676 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front flexy exhaust deterated

Pass 25 Sep 2020 89,079 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 75,731 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 60,443 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 47,922 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 35,360 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 26,455 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 24,053 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 20,711 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 17,229 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Sonata?

Based on 74,210 MOT tests across 8,096 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,308
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,096
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,638
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,084
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,092
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,676
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,531
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EK09 ZSX is a 2009 Hyundai Sonata in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 52,673 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai Sonata fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK09 ZSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Sonata typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 17 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EK09 ZSX registered?

EK09 ZSX is a 2009 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 15 July 2009.

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